Death notices this week

Tane Riki Wharepapa

1955 – 2026 · Hamilton

Suddenly at Waikato Hospital. Beloved father and koro. Haere atu rā e te rangatira. Service details to follow.

Died 16 June 2026

Margaret Anne Wilson

1942 – 2026 · Christchurch

Peacefully at home surrounded by her family. Dearly loved wife of the late John, treasured mother and grandmother. A service will be held at St Paul's, Christchurch.

Died 16 June 2026

Robert James Sinclair

1938 – 2026 · Invercargill

After a life well lived, surrounded by loved ones. A proud Southlander and lifelong farmer. Donations to the Heart Foundation appreciated.

Died 15 June 2026

Joan Mary Patterson

1949 – 2026 · Palmerston North

Loved mother of three and devoted grandmother. A celebration of her life will be held at Kelvin Grove.

Died 14 June 2026

David Andrew Thompson

1960 – 2026 · Lower Hutt

Passed away peacefully. Adored husband of Susan and father of two. A keen tramper and member of the Hutt Valley Tramping Club.

Died 13 June 2026

Aroha Ngaire Solomon

1971 – 2026 · Rotorua

Taken too soon. Cherished daughter, sister and aunty. Moe mai rā. Tangihanga at the marae, all welcome.

Died 12 June 2026

William Henry Carter

1933 – 2026 · New Plymouth

At Taranaki Base Hospital, aged 92. A returned serviceman and a gentleman to all who knew him. Lest we forget.

Died 10 June 2026